For the first time since 1977, Cornell lacrosse has won the NCAA Tournament championship. The No. 1 Big Red, who have lost in three championship game appearances since their last title, defeated No. 2 Maryland 13-10 on Monday to once again establish itself as the best team in college lacrosse.

The NCAA holds annual single-elimination tournaments to decide the national champion in both Division I men's and women's lacrosse. Syracuse has been the most successful program in men's lacrosse, winning 10 national championships (an additional title was later vacated due to player eligibility).

Maryland midfielder Bryce Ford (24) flexes to the crowd after scoring, with Maryland attack Matthew Keegan (36), against Syracuse during the NCAA Division I mens lacrosse final four at Gillette Stadium Saturday, May 24, 2025, in Foxborough, MA. Scott Schild | [email protected] Scott Schild | [email protected]